Updated October 1, 2026 · TreatCue Editorial Team
Scout & Cellar vs The Zero Proof
Scout & Cellar vs The Zero Proof: the differences
| Compare |  Scout & Cellar | The Zero Proof ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $17 | $6Lower |
| Bottles per box (bottles) | 4 to 12 | 4 to 8 |
| Free delivery threshold | $150 | $125Lower |
| Bottle guarantee | YesHas it | No |
| Markets | US | US, CACovers more |
| Price per bottle | Not confirmed | $18.75 |
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Key differences
- Scout & Cellar scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 8.8.
- Price from is lower at The Zero Proof: $6 vs $17.
- Free delivery threshold is lower at The Zero Proof: $125 vs $150.
- Bottle guarantee: only Scout & Cellar.
- Support channels: only Scout & Cellar offers Phone.
- Founded is lower at Scout & Cellar: 2017 vs 2019.
- The Zero Proof is available in 1 more country.
- Products: only Scout & Cellar offers Coffee roaster.
- Products: only The Zero Proof offers Wine club, Wine shop, Spirits.
- Delivery frequency: only Scout & Cellar offers Monthly.
Our verdict on each
Scout & Cellar
Scout & Cellar suits US drinkers who want organic whole-bean coffee delivered on a monthly rhythm. A weighted coffee price of $5.29 and a box entry point of $17 keep the outlay down, and the bottle guarantee softens a mixed case.
The Zero Proof
The Zero Proof suits anyone building a non-alcoholic drinks habit rather than chasing wine deals. Every product is alcohol-free, the club box runs quarterly, and entry costs sit at $6, which puts it ahead of most clubs on that measure.
Score breakdown
| Area | Scout & Cellar | The Zero Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Coffee at $5.29 by weight and boxes from $17 keep the outlay modest against site medians. | 9.0HigherClub bottles sit at $18.75 and the shop opens at $6, with free delivery over $125. |
| Offer | 9.8HigherBoxes hold 4 to 12 bottles and arrive monthly, with whole bean coffee under organic certification. | 8.9Product types cover wine club, wine shop and spirits, and the club box holds 4 to 8 bottles on a quarterly schedule. |
| Trust | 8.3HigherRegistered as Full Glass SC SPV LLC dba Scout & Cellar in US, with support across email, chat and phone. | 8.2The Zero Proof trades from US, founded in 2019, with support on email, chat and help centre. |
If neither fits
Bourbon Concierge has price from at $5, against $17 for Scout & Cellar and $6 for The Zero Proof.
Bourbon Concierge reviewHow they place
| Ranking | Scout & Cellar | The Zero Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Wine clubs | 12 of 16 | 15 of 16 |
| Online wine shops | 97 of 107 | 101 of 107 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Scout & Cellar | The Zero Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Coffee roaster | Wine club, Wine shop, Spirits, Cocktails, Alcohol free |
| Delivery frequency | Monthly | Quarterly |
| Legal entity | Full Glass SC SPV LLC dba Scout & Cellar | The Zero Proof |
| Headquarters | United States | United States |
| Founded | 2017Lower | 2019 |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Email, Chat, Help centre |
Gift shops
| Fact | Scout & Cellar | The Zero Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Personalization | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Next-day delivery | Not confirmed | No |
| Shipping fee | Not confirmed | $12.99 |
| Return window | Not confirmed | 30 days |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Scout & Cellar | The Zero Proof | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $17below the median | $6lowest quarter | $18.50 |
| Price per bottle | Not confirmed | $18.75at the median | $18.75 |
| Bottles per box (bottles) | 4 to 12below the median | 4 to 8below the median | 6 |
| Free delivery threshold | $150highest quarter | $125highest quarter | $50 |
Median across 25 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Scout & Cellar
Pros
- A box entry point of $17 sits alongside a weighted price of $5.29, so a bigger order does not push the per-weight cost up.
- It ranks 16 of 43 brands on price by weight, and free delivery starts at $150.
- A bottle guarantee is in place, a protection only 37.9% of the site shares can match.
Cons
- whole bean is the only format listed, so anyone set on pods would look to Nespresso or OutIn instead.
- Coverage sits in a single market, US, which rules out buyers who ship elsewhere.
- A box runs 4 to 12 bottles on a monthly rhythm, so light drinkers pay for stock they will not open.
The Zero Proof
Pros
- Product types run from wine club, wine shop and spirits, so the club and the shop share one catalogue.
- The club box holds 4 to 8 bottles and arrives quarterly, light on cupboard space.
- Single bottles start at $6, with free delivery from $125.
Cons
- Bottle guarantee is not offered, while 37.9% of the brands on the site do include one.
- Delivery costs $12.99 unless the order clears $125.
- The catalogue stays alcohol-free, with none of the alcoholic ranges that sit at The Wine Society.
Who each suits
Scout & Cellar
Who it suits
- US households that grind at home, since whole bean is the format on offer.
- Organic-leaning buyers, since organic covers the coffee range.
- Readers who want to reach a person quickly, since email, chat and phone includes phone and chat.
Who should look elsewhere
- Pod drinkers, since coffee subscription and pods covers capsules where Scout & Cellar lists whole bean only.
- Readers who want a short capsule range without a subscription, since pods is a plainer route.
- Households wanting tea alongside coffee, since coffee subscription, coffee roaster and pods adds tea subscriptions and loose-leaf tea to its roastery.
The Zero Proof
Who it suits
- People cutting out alcohol who still want a delivered club ritual
- Gift buyers, since personalization is available on gift cards
- Households that want spirits and cocktails as well as wine club boxes
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers chasing a bottle guarantee, since none is offered and Beer52 covers beer clubs instead
- Readers after the long wine lists of The Wine Society
Country by country
| Country | Scout & Cellar | The Zero Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | Yes |
Questions about each
Scout & Cellar
How much does a Scout & Cellar box cost at entry?+
Boxes start at $17, which is the lowest outlay listed for a delivery. Measured by weight, the coffee works out at $5.29, so a larger box costs more per order without costing more per gram. A bottle guarantee sits behind the order too.
How many bottles arrive, and how often?+
A box holds 4 to 12 bottles and arrives monthly. That sets the pace of the subscription, since the schedule sits at a month rather than a longer gap, and the bottle count is the unit to plan shelf space around.
The Zero Proof
How much does a club box cost per bottle?+
A club bottle works out at $18.75. Boxes ship 4 to 8 bottles and arrive quarterly, so the real cost per box depends on the size you pick. The price is the same on every cycle.
What does one bottle cost if I do not join the club?+
Single bottles start at $6 in the shop. That entry price ranks 5 of 33 brands, which is among the lowest in this set. It is the cheapest way to test which alcohol-free bottles you actually like.